- Fastest Heat Recovery In Its Class: True boiler-based performance for high-volume service.
- 30-Minute Generator Swap: No expensive off-site repairs.
- Lifetime Tech Support: Direct access to the factory engineers who built it.
A New Standard for Steam
Choosing a steamer for your commercial kitchen often means facing a difficult trade-off — one that facility managers and chefs across the country know all too well. The Sterling Summit Steamer was designed to solve exactly that. When you install the Sterling Summit in your kitchen, you get the high-volume output of a generator-based system without the operational headache of traditional units.
Zero Compromise.
In a high-volume kitchen, downtime isn’t an option. That’s why we’ve designed the Sterling Summit to ensure peak performance, regardless of your water quality.
When descaling is needed, your staff can handle it easily, thanks to our easy-access panel, which includes convenient ports, controls, and indicator lights. That way staff can quickly descale generators without special tools, ladders, pumps or the need to pre-mix chemicals.
If a generator needs replacement, it’s a standard service call, not a removal project. A technician can swap the unit in under 30 minutes right on the line. You never have to ship the machine away, and you can resume service quickly.
Engineered for the Modern Commercial Kitchen
By combining high-speed production with the most efficient ENERGY STAR® rating ever tested, the Sterling Summit pays for itself through utility savings and reduced service overhead. You get the speed you need to handle today’s dinner rush, and the efficiency to lower tomorrow’s utility bills.
Powerful 36kW heating element delivers true boiler-based performance for heavy batch cooking and instant recovery. It keeps up with high-volume demand where standard ENERGY STAR® units fall behind.
The generator is fully accessible from the front. If maintenance is required, the unit is swapped without removing the machine from your facility, turning a multi-day ordeal into a standard service visit.
Daily maintenance shouldn’t require a service call. The descaling port is located directly on the front of the unit with clear instructions, allowing kitchen staff to handle routine cleaning easily.
The Sterling Summit idles at just 172 Watts and uses just over 5 gallons of water per hour. This efficiency translates to massive utility savings—documented at over $7,000 annually compared to baseline models.
Every unit comes with a water filtration system included standard. There is no complex plumbing to figure out and no expensive third-party filter contracts required, saving you up to $1000 annually.
Steam is directed evenly over each pan through a specialized delivery system, ensuring consistent cooking results for proteins, vegetables, and seafood without hot spots or uneven heating.
Product Features:
- Materials: Heavy-duty 14-gauge 304 stainless steel construction (Made in USA).
- Power Output: 36kW electric steam generator for rapid recovery.
- Footprint: Zero-clearance side design for tight line integration.
- Capacity: Holds up to 10 full-size pans.
- Controls: Simple, electromechanical controls with front-panel access.
- Water Connection: Standard [Insert Size] NPT water connection with integrated filtration.
- Certifications: ENERGY STAR®, UL, and UL Classified to NSF/ANSI 4
Need to Verify the Specs for Your Facility?
We’ve Got You Covered.
Ensure the Sterling Summit fits your kitchen’s requirements. Download the detailed specification sheets for dimensions, electrical requirements, and installation diagrams.
Handcrafted in Indiana Since 2014.
When you buy from Sterling, you get access to the engineers and specialists who design and build the equipment. Our team makes sure you get the perfect unit for your space, your workflow, and your menu.
1. Based on California Energy Wise Calculator. Average lifetime energy savings of Sterling Summit (formerly QCG) Electric 36 kW model vs. non-Energy Star boiler-based models.
2. Compared to FSTC501311539-RO
3. Measured in gallons per hour, as tested by Food Service Technology Center(FSTC), Frontier Energy, Southern California Edison(SCE) or Southern California Gas Co.(FSTL)